Episode 1242. That’s all? (2)
Geumyangbaek, who was standing under the eaves of the pavilion, walked out with a restrained manner and gave a deep embrace to Baekcheon, who was in the lead.
“I would like to formally greet you once again. “This is Geumyangbaek, the long coat of arms of Haenam.”
Seeing that scene, Hwasan’s disciples had to feel a strange emotion.
Jangmun-in of Haenam. Nowadays, the name doesn’t particularly resonate with me. They have already experienced too many big things to be pressured by the name of Haenam’s long-time writer.
If you are in a situation where you are raising your voice and arguing with the Jangmun of Shaolin, what is so special about the Jangmun of Haenam?
But that’s because the volcano’s position has changed now.
Just a few years ago, Haenam’s Jang Mun-in was someone who had complicated emotions for Hwasan’s disciples.
An object of resentment for taking away the place where Hwasan should have been, and an object of envy for leading the ascending sect at the same time.
Now, that person has come out of the eaves on his own feet and is facing Baekcheon, with his whole body being hit by the falling rain.
“This is Baekcheon, Deputy Jangmun of Hwasan. Last night, I was able to rest my tired body comfortably thanks to Jang Mun-in’s consideration. “Thank you again for showing kindness and not turning away a guest who suddenly arrived without any communication.”
Baekcheon politely waved his hand and received Geumyangbaek’s bow.
Yunjong’s heart suddenly trembled at the sight.
Know.
The courtesy that Geumyangbaek is showing right now is not shown to Baekcheon, but to Baekcheon’s position as ‘Jangmun Assistant Manager’. No, perhaps it is an example to convey to Cheon Woo-maeng’s position as a ‘special envoy’.
But what does that matter?
A few years ago, Geumyangbaek did not even pay attention to the sect called Hwasan. Even the young disciples could not hide his anger, but Geumyangbaek did not look down on or despise Hwasan and just looked at it. That means that Hwasan was a sect that did not even pose a threat to Haenam.
But now, Geumyangbaek welcomes Baekcheon, facing the wind and rain on his own feet. By showing a proper example to someone who has already seen it once. This alone made me realize how much the volcano’s status had changed from the past.
“I’ll take you inside.”
“It’s an honor, Jang Moon-in.”
Geumyangbaek guided them to the wide open Daejeon. Those waiting in front cautiously approached and held out the cotton cloth they were holding to Cheon Woo-maeng and his group.
“What is this…”
“Shh.”
Jo Geol was embarrassed and tried to say something, but Yoon Jong tapped him on the side and gave him a chin. What he pointed to was Namgungdowi. Namgung Do-wi naturally took the cotton cloth and was wiping away the moisture from his body.
Jo Geol also followed him and wiped away the rainwater.
“It’s great to have a Confucius from a prestigious family.”
“therefore. “If we had come by ourselves, wouldn’t we have been clueless and wondering what to do?”
“As expected, Lord Soga.”
The party leader’s face was distorted.
“I am also the head of a prestigious Soga family.”
“ah. It was like that. But… why don’t I feel that way? That’s strange. “Is it because I’m so friendly?”
“The face.”
At that moment, all three people looked at the person who spoke the last words at the same time.
“why? “Did I say something wrong?”
“⋯⋯.”
Tang Soso tilted his head as if asking why he was looking at me like that. Everyone turned their heads again in silence.
“Let’s go in.”
“yes.”
Dangpae’s shoulders slumped, and Yunjong showed him consideration by simply turning his head.
“Please sit down.”
“Then don’t be shy.”
When Geumyangbaek motioned, Baekcheon sat down on the cushion prepared in advance. Only then did the elders of Haenam, including Geumyangbaek, sit in a row in the front.
As soon as everyone’s buttocks hit the floor, Haenam’s disciples brought a table filled with tea and a simple bowl and placed them in front of Hwasan’s disciples one by one.
Sweat began to form slightly on Yunjong’s forehead.
‘I don’t think it’s because it’s hot.’
Soon he found out why.
In fact, although I have developed pride in being a disciple of Hwasan, I have never been treated formally like this by another sect.
Because it was not they who were treated in the name of Hwasan, but the elders and elders. However, the moment the hospitality that was supposed to go to Jang Mun-in came this way, I began to feel keenly that I had come on behalf of Hwasan and Cheon Woo-maeng.
It felt like he was slightly out of breath, but Yoonjong spread his shoulders even more. If you are representing Huashan and Tianwu Meng, you should at least not give the impression that you are under pressure from this atmosphere.
“A guest came from far away, over a rough road, and I am sorry for not being able to treat him properly. However, please understand that the situation in Haenam is so urgent that this has to be done.”
“I was so grateful for the hospitality I didn’t expect, but now that you’ve said that, I don’t know what to do. Who in the world would have received such treatment in Haenam? Regardless of my position, as an individual, this is something I will be proud of for the rest of my life.”
Words of praise for the other person were exchanged for a moment. Hwasan’s disciples, who would normally have giggled at Baekcheon’s skillful tongue, seemed to be oppressed by this atmosphere, so they kept their mouths shut and paid close attention to the conversation between the two.
“So…”
At that time, Geumyangbaek cleared his throat slightly and turned his head.
“This may be an impolite question, but I will check again. You said that you visited here as a representative of Hwasan’s Jang Mun-in and as a special envoy of Cheon Yu-maeng. Is that correct?”
“That’s right.”
“It is not the virtue of a gentleman to be suspicious of people’s words, but since this place is far from the central plains, news does not come quickly.”
Baekcheon grinned and unfastened the Jashin sword from his waist. Geumyangbaek watched his actions in silence.
Slurp.
Baekcheon raised his sword horizontally and slowly pulled out his sword. The moment the white sword body appeared, a short exclamation escaped everyone’s lips. This is because, at first glance, it was not an ordinary treasured sword.
“It’s the volcano’s sacred item, the Jashin Sword. Jangmun of Hwasan sent me a sacred object to convey his will.”
Baekcheon soon spoke in a slightly troubled tone.
“However, what proves that this sword is a sacred object of volcano…”
“No, Assistant Manager Jang Moon. “That was a sufficient answer.”
At this moment, Geumyangbaek erased every last doubt that remained in his heart.
I have never once doubted that Baekcheon came as Hwasan’s representative. Baekcheon is also a person who has made a name for himself throughout the world as a Hwasan Five Sword. It is unthinkable for him to make up or lie about the long story of the advisor.
Even if Baekcheon harbored such malicious intent, there was no way the Hwasan disciples or small masters of other sects who came with him would just sit by and watch the situation unfold.
However, what he wanted to confirm was how much authority was attached to the position of ‘Language Assistant Manager’.
A new object is something that exists to exercise authority in the absence of Jang Mun-in. Sometimes, it is the sacred object of Japanese writing that has more authority than the long writing itself.
If that Jashin sword is the sacred object of Hwasan, it would not be an exaggeration to say that Baekcheon held all the authority of Hwasan in his hands.
Geumyangbaek swallowed dry saliva without realizing it. Then, he said, “Oops,” and quickly relaxed his expression.
‘I was nervous.’
He hasn’t heard anything from them yet. Nevertheless, he was so nervous that he couldn’t manage his facial expression just because he was facing Hwasan’s long letter.
Baekcheon is said to be the master of the volcano, but isn’t he a young man who hasn’t even lived half his life? There is no way Geumyangbaek, a long-time scholar from Haenam, would be nervous when dealing with someone named Baekcheon.
Still, the reason I couldn’t completely relax was because of that white long cloth and the plum blossom pattern engraved on its chest.
The fact that the two symbols of the faction are causing tension probably means that the volcano faction has now become a huge place in their eyes.
Geumyangbaek slowly took a breath and opened his mouth with a faint smile.
“Deputy Jangmun. “How on earth did you get here?”
In order to relieve a tense atmosphere, you have to start with a small story. Geumyangbaek continued, preparing to be ridiculed no matter what Baekcheon’s answer was.
“If you wanted to arrive at this time, you would have left long ago, so why didn’t you contact us in advance? Then, we should have gone out to meet them at the sea, but I feel a little embarrassed because it seems like we have become people who don’t know manners. haha.”
However, Baekcheon’s subsequent answer completely shattered Geumyangbaek’s intentions.
“I came through Gangnam.”
“⋯⋯Yes?”
“We passed through Gangnam in a straight line via land route.”
Geumyangbaek was momentarily speechless and looked blankly at Baekcheon.
Gangnam? Did you say Gangnam now?
“⋯⋯A long sentence. “The Gangnam you’re talking about…”
“I started from Hubei and passed through Guangdong.”
Geumyangbaek’s eyes grew bigger and bigger.
“Guangdong?”
“yes.”
Baekcheon smiled and answered calmly. Geumyangbaek momentarily forgot his dignity as a scholar and asked blankly.
“You mean you crossed the Yangtze River? And… through Guangdong, the headquarters of the Maninbang?”
“yes.”
“Oh, no, why would you do something so dangerous… “What on earth were you thinking?”
Not only Geumyangbaek, but even the elders forgot their positions for a moment and started whispering among themselves. Some were perplexed, others were disbelieving.
But Baekcheon just calmly answered the truth.
“Because it was the fastest way.”
Geumyangbaek was speechless.
This young man was not sure if he was being bold or shameless, but even in such a reaction, he just smiled softly.
‘No…’
Actually, Geumyangbaek had something else he really wanted to say.
‘Are you sane?’
However, this is not a place where you can freely say what you want. Therefore, he refined and purified his words as much as possible.
“Well, what are you going to do if something happens to you?”
“Of course it could have happened. But as you can see, it didn’t arrive safely, did it?”
But Baekcheon didn’t bother to talk back.
“And…”
Baekcheon opened his mouth, staring straight at Geumyangbaek and the elders behind him.
“We weren’t the only ones in danger, right? Haenam was in a truly dangerous situation.”
Everyone looked at Baekcheon like that. It felt like I would be sucked in at any moment.
“If you are busy taking care of your own safety on the way to help someone in danger, how can that be considered proper help?”
Baekcheon speaks calmly, but most firmly.
“That is neither the way of a volcano nor the way of a heavenly man.”
Strength naturally entered everyone’s bodies.
At that moment, Geumyangbaek had an intuition. This means that the control of the conversation he was trying to achieve was completely transferred to Baekcheon at this moment.
That young man completely dominated this place by simply speaking his mind without relying on the power and authority of a volcano.
“So, it’s a long story. From now on, please listen to what I say without prejudice.”
Usually, such words are followed by a pause, so Geumyangbaek guessed that too and tried to nod quickly.
but.
“For the future of the Haenam faction and for the safety of the world, we, the Cheonwoo Alliance, recommend that your Haenam faction leave the old faction and join the Cheonwoo Alliance.”
“Cough!”
Geumyangbaek, who was momentarily embarrassed, hurriedly covered his mouth.
In fact, it was a direct statement that pierced my solar plexus with all its might without even a single pretense of turning around.